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Which tractors fit the WoodMaxx FM-54 Y-blade? Configurations near its limits

WoodMaxx rates the FM-54 Y-blade at 15–25 PTO hp; 67 of the 294 tractor configurations on this site are not excluded by its limits. The table lists the configurations closest to its power limits and weight, where the answer is most likely to change.

By Acreage Equipment · Reviewed November 9, 2026 · Specification research, not a field test

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THE DECISION IN NUMBERS

Configurations nearest the WoodMaxx FM-54 Y-blade’s limits

Within 3 hp of 15–25 PTO hp or near its weight; up to 28 rows, sorted by PTO hp. Results from the site’s screen; † recorded source conflict.

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ConfigurationPTO hpEngine hpLift at 24 in.Screen result
Kubota BX1880 HST13.716.6680 lbExcluded: under minimum
Mahindra 1120 HST13.920.1771 lbExcluded: under minimum
John Deere 1023E HST †14.521758 lbExcluded: under minimum
LS MT122 HST1521.5728 lbNot excluded
TYM T224 HST15.121.5679 lbNot excluded
Yanmar SA223 HST15.621.5660 lbNot excluded
John Deere 1E 23 HST †16.222758 lbNot excluded; conflict †
KIOTI CS2220H HST †16.321700 lbNot excluded; conflict †
KIOTI CS2210H HST †16.321700 lbNot excluded; conflict †
KIOTI CS2230H HST16.721700 lbNot excluded
Mahindra 1123 HST16.822.9771 lbNot excluded
Mahindra 2123 HST16.822.91,760 lbNot excluded
Case IH Farmall 25A HST17.124.61,433 lbNot excluded
LS MT226E HST17.124.61,433 lbNot excluded
Case IH Farmall 25SC HST17.224.7728 lbNot excluded
LS MT125 HST †17.224.7728 lbNot excluded; conflict †
New Holland WORKMASTER 25S HST †17.224.7728 lbNot excluded; conflict †
John Deere 3033R HST †24.3322,200 lbNot excluded; conflict †
John Deere 2032R HST †2530.81,356 lbNot excluded; conflict †
John Deere 3032E HST †25311,356 lbNot excluded; conflict †
TYM 3015 gear25302,425 lbNot excluded
TYM 3015 HST25302,425 lbNot excluded
Yanmar YM232 gear †25.531.81,609 lbExcluded: over maximum
Massey Ferguson MF 1M.35 HST25.736.22,535 lbExcluded: over maximum
Mahindra 1635 HST2636.21,720 lbExcluded: over maximum
Kubota L3302 HST26.1331,435 lbExcluded: over maximum
LS MT232E HST26.231.71,433 lbExcluded: over maximum
Yanmar YT235 HST2734.21,764 lbExcluded: over maximum
Sources for this decision table (23)

The published range

WoodMaxx lists the FM-54 Y-blade at 15–25 PTO hp. WoodMaxx gives the range in PTO horsepower, so this site compares each tractor’s published PTO rating.

How 294 configurations screen

Of the 294 tractor configurations profiled on this site, 67 are not excluded, 3 fall under the minimum, 189 are over the maximum and 35 have a Category 2-only hitch. Not excluded is not approval: most pairings still need the maker or dealer to confirm the setup.

By brand

Configurations not excluded, by brand: Case IH 3 of 31; John Deere 10 of 39; KIOTI 10 of 37; Kubota 11 of 39; LS 6 of 32; Mahindra 6 of 17; Massey Ferguson 4 of 29; New Holland 1 of 18; TYM 12 of 37; Yanmar 4 of 15.

Closest exclusions

The configurations closest to the line are just under the minimum: John Deere 1023E HST † (14.5 PTO hp), Mahindra 1120 HST (13.9 PTO hp), Kubota BX1880 HST (13.7 PTO hp); just over the upper limit: Yanmar YM232 gear † (25.5 PTO hp), Massey Ferguson MF 1M.35 HST (25.7 PTO hp), Mahindra 1635 HST (26 PTO hp). A newer spec sheet, a different transmission or the maker’s confirmation can change these.

Weight and hitch

This site retains a 408-lb weight for the FM-54 Y-blade. No configuration that clears the power range lists less lift 24 inches behind the hitch than that; tractors with no published 24-inch lift are held for review. It mounts on a Category 1 hitch, so Category 2-only tractors are excluded.

Take these questions with you.

  1. Which exact configuration and transmission is the tractor?
  2. Does WoodMaxx confirm the FM-54 Y-blade at the tractor’s rating?
  3. What is the complete weight with the PTO shaft?
  4. What does the dealer list for lift 24 inches behind the hitch?

Keep these questions with your exact tractor and attachment details.

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FOLLOW THE NUMBERS

Sources & documentation

Research record reviewed November 9, 2026. Confirm the current manual and the exact revision supplied with your machine.

  1. Official FM-54 page: Y option, displayed price, shaft and weight
  2. FM-54 manual for 2025-and-newer models, p40 specifications
  3. Current manual index: FM-54 under Models 2025 to current
  4. Kubota 2026 full-line catalogPrinted p2: BX series table: horsepower (gross)* SAE J1995, horsepower (PTO), Category I, lift capacity 24" behind pin 680 lb, tractor weight
  5. Mahindra 1100 Series brochure (PDF created July 2026)Specifications: Engine HP (kW) @ RPM, PTO HP, 3-point linkage category, 3-point lift capacity, overall width, weight
  6. John Deere U.S. order book, 5 May 2026 — 1023E Sub-Compact Utility Tractor (0253LV)0253LV “1023E Sub-Compact Utility Tractor (15 PTO hp)”: Engine HP 22.4 (16.5 kW) PS, PTO HP 14.5 (11.4 kW), 3,200 rpm, 2-speed hydrostatic
  7. LS MT1 Series brochure (PDF created November 6, 2025)Specifications: Engine HP (gross) 21.5, PTO (HP) 15.0, CAT I, hitch lift capacity (hitch end) 992 lb (at 610 mm: 728), total weight 1,433 lb
  8. TYM T224 North America product brochure (PDF created August 2025)PDF p5 Technical specifications: gross engine power, PTO power, rated engine speed, transmission, category 3-point hitch, hitch lift capacity and hitch lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends, weight with ROPS
  9. Yanmar SA Series brochure (PDF created November 14, 2022)Printed p12: PTO power HP, gross power HP*, engine rpm, transmission, 3-point hitch Limited category 1, 3-point lift capacity 24 in behind lift point, overall width, weight
  10. KIOTI CS10/CS20/CS30 brochure (PDF created August 27, 2026)PDF p24 CS10/CS20 specifications: Engine Gross, PTO @ rated PTO rpm, rated revolution 3,200 rpm, Category l, Maximum Lift Capacity* 700 lb (* @ 24 in. aft of hitch), weight
  11. Mahindra 2100 Series brochure (PDF created July 2026)Specifications: Engine HP (kW) @ RPM, PTO HP, 3-point linkage category, 3-point lift capacity, overall width, weight
  12. Case IH Farmall Compact 25A current U.S. product page24.4 HP; PTO Horsepower: 19.2 HP (Mechanical Shuttle), 17.1 HP (HST)
  13. LS New MT2E & MT2 Series Specifications 2026 (PDF created February 27, 2026)MT226E–MT242HE columns: Engine HP (gross), PTO HP, transmission, implement pump, Category I, hitch lift capacity (hitch end) 1,808 lb
  14. Case IH Farmall Subcompact 25SC specification sheet (PDF created April 1, 2024)Specifications: Engine HP 24.7, PTO HP 17.2, 2-Range Hydrostatic, Cat. 1, Standard Lift Capacity @ 24 in. Behind Pin 728 lb, weight 1,444 lb
  15. Current LS Tractor USA MT125 page — exact HST specifications and options
  16. New Holland U.S./Canada compact brochure NH45145459, April 2025 — p 26 specifications; p 28 publication scope
  17. John Deere 3033R current U.S. product page
  18. John Deere current U.S. 3032E product page and linked documents
  19. TYM 3015R North America product brochure (PDF created August 2025)PDF p4 Technical specifications: gross engine power, PTO power, rated engine speed, transmission, category 3-point hitch, hitch lift capacity and hitch lift capacity at 24 inches behind link ends, weight with ROPS
  20. Yanmar 2025 YM2 Series brochure (PDF created March 21, 2025)Specifications: engine gross power, PTO power, 3-point hitch Category 1, 3-point lift capacity (std.) and at 24 in., transmission, total weight
  21. Massey Ferguson MF 1M Series spec sheet (PDF created November 6, 2025)p2 specifications: rated engine power @ 2,600 rpm, PTO power @ 540 rpm by transmission, transmission, 3-point hitch type, lift capacity at lift points and 24 in. behind lift point, minimum width, base weight
  22. Mahindra USA 1600 Series brochure, Rev 09022025: PDF p5 tractor specifications (engine, PTO type and PTO hp by transmission, 3-point lift at 24 in., hydraulics, weight)PDF p5, Tractor Specifications: PTO and Hydraulic System rows
  23. Yanmar 2022 YT2 spec sheet (PDF created June 13, 2022)Specifications: Gross Power 34.2 HP; PTO Power (@2,800 RPM) 27 HP; 3-point hitch Category 1; 3-point lift capacity (std.) 2,205 lbf; at 24" (61 cm) 1,764 lbf

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